How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Kokstad?

The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Kokstad start from $29. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Grahamstown to Kokstad?

The average bus trip duration from Grahamstown to Kokstad is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 255 miles (411 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Kokstad route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Kokstad?

The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Kokstad at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Kokstad?

A bus trip from Grahamstown to Kokstad generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Kokstad?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Kokstad?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Grahamstown to Kokstad?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Grahamstown to Kokstad?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Grahamstown to Kokstad from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Grahamstown to Kokstad on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:20pm	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	9h 45m	4:05am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 45m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures for Grahamstown to Kokstad on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	9h 30m	4:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	7:45am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	10h 5m	5:50pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 45m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	6:20pm	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	9h 45m	4:05am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures for Grahamstown to Kokstad on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	7:45am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	10h 5m	5:50pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 45m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	9h 30m	4:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures for Grahamstown to Kokstad on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	7:45am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	10h 5m	5:50pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 45m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	9h 30m	4:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures for Grahamstown to Kokstad on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	7:45am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	10h 5m	5:50pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 45m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	9h 30m	4:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:39 PM SAST.

Get from Grahamstown to Kokstad

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

8h 45mAverage Duration

255 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Kokstad?

Stops in Grahamstown

A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
Visit page

Stops in Kokstad

A
Kokstad
Wimpy Bar, R56, Kokstad, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,531 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers have generally had positive experiences with Intercape, praising their excellent service. However, some concerns were raised about safety due to issues like broken lights inside the bus and occasional delays in arrival times.

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Kokstad recent customer reviews

Very dissatisfied,the bus had a breakdown in East London and arrived in Grahamstown an hour later.

Simphiwe B.

July 31, 2025

My bus was changed to Big sky and the stuff was not accommodating. Inconsiderate with breaks after very long drives.

Naledi L.

October 11, 2024

I booked Intercape mainliner but I was told it’s delayed and they made me travel with BigSky which was so uncomfortable.

Nangamso C.

October 4, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/511,300 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

APM WC

2/52,833 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,178 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grahamstown to Kokstad by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Kokstad?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Kokstad start from $29. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Grahamstown to Kokstad?
The average bus trip duration from Grahamstown to Kokstad is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 255 miles (411 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Kokstad route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Kokstad?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Kokstad at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Kokstad?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Kokstad generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Kokstad?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Kokstad?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Grahamstown to Kokstad?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Grahamstown to Kokstad?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/13

$45

12/14

$32

Today

$55

12/16

$61

12/17

$50

12/18

$62

12/19

$56

12/20

$51

The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Kokstad was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $32

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Grahamstown to Kokstad, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $32 to $141 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Kokstad based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually Big Sky will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.